Bertha E. Cooke, 93, passed away June 13, 2014 at the North Platte Care Center. She was born June 27, 1920 to August and Louise “Lucy” (Hensel) Hubert at Webster County. Bertha was a longtime employee of Northwestern Public Service Company, retiring as chief accountant in 1982. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Richard, Alvin, Paul and Carl Hubert; sisters, Charlotte L‘Heureux, Anna Swedlund and Rosa Loschen. She is survived by 21 nieces and nephews. Cremation was chosen. Memorial services will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte with the Rev. Frank Fitch officiating. Memorial graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at the Upland Cemetery in Upland, NE. Memorials are suggested to the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation, 120 N Dewey, North Platte, NE 69101. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.